Episode 224: Problem Solving Courts

For today’s episode, Tyrell and Daphne explore problem-solving courts as a criminal justice reform. After catching up (00:30), the hosts discuss “Oh Lawd” news and current events (13:55). They then turn their attention to the topic of the week and discuss the origins and purpose of problem-solving courts (35:55). The hosts also have a conversation about how class and identity shape access and outcomes in problem-solving courts (40:35). Tyrell and Daphne close the episode by discussing recent critiques of problem-solving courts (47:00), shedding light on the process for adults and youth (56:40), and highlighting the potential downsides of problem-solving courts as a progressive reform (1:02:17).

Resources: 

• BhD Patreon – https://www.patreon.com/bhdpodcast 
• The Dark Side of Reform- https://rowman.com/ISBN/9781793643759/The-Dark-Side-of-Reform-Exploring-the-Impact-of-Public-Policy-on-Racial-Equity
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• Center for Court Innovation – https://www.courtinnovation.org